1958 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 598 kg more than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat Campagnola | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
